Description
This Ninja Foodi Sweet Teriyaki Beef Tips recipe features tender beef sirloin tips cooked to perfection with a flavorful homemade teriyaki sauce. Using the Ninja Foodi’s pressure cooking function, the beef becomes juicy and infused with sweet and savory Asian-inspired flavors, finished with a glossy, thickened sauce. It’s a quick and delicious main course ideal for serving over rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef and Cooking
- 1 ½ pounds beef sirloin tips, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Teriyaki Sauce
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- ½ cup teriyaki sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
Thickening and Garnish
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (cornstarch slurry)
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
- Sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Sear the Beef: Turn the Ninja Foodi to Sauté mode and heat the olive oil. Add the beef sirloin tips and sear them until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes to develop flavor. Then press Cancel to stop the sauté function.
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together the beef broth, teriyaki sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger until fully combined.
- Pressure Cook: Pour the prepared sauce over the seared beef tips in the Ninja Foodi. Close the lid securely and set the valve to Seal. Pressure cook on High for 15 minutes to tenderize the beef and allow flavors to meld.
- Release Pressure: When the cooking cycle ends, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes to preserve juiciness and then quick release any remaining pressure before opening the lid.
- Thicken the Sauce: Switch back to Sauté mode. Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens to a glossy consistency.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the sweet teriyaki beef tips over rice. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions if desired for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute flank steak or stew meat if sirloin is not available. For tougher cuts, increase the pressure cooking time by 5 minutes to ensure tenderness.
- To add spice, incorporate a pinch of red pepper flakes into the sauce mixture before cooking.
- Ensure the cornstarch slurry is well mixed before adding to avoid lumps when thickening the sauce.
- This dish pairs well with steamed rice or cooked noodles for a complete meal.
